Little Lemon Bar Chicks
Little Lemon Bar Chicks are a delightful twist on traditional lemon bars, featuring a buttery shortbread crust topped with creamy lemon filling, all shaped into adorable chick forms. These bite-sized treats burst with sweet and tangy flavor, making them perfect for spring celebrations, Easter brunches, or any occasion that calls for a whimsical dessert. Not only are they visually appealing, but they also evoke childhood nostalgia with every delicious bite. Get ready to impress your guests while enjoying the sunny flavors of these charming little treats!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Stir in flour until combined; press into the bottom of an ungreased baking dish.
- Bake crust for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden brown. Allow to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, sugar, eggs, and remaining flour until well blended.
- Pour the lemon mixture over the cooled crust evenly.
- Bake again for 20-25 minutes until set in the center.
- Cool completely before cutting into chick shapes or squares; dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg